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Unlimited activities + Unlimited kids = Unlimited fun!
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Other companies charge to "add activities" or "to add children". I do NOT. You only pay by time, 1 hour, 1.5 hours or 2 hours.
I fit all your activity choices, as many as possible!
Most Popular Combination
Most families end up choosing this plan: A Show (Magic, or PuppetStory, or "Frozen" Singalong), then Face Painting and/or Balloon Animals.
I love this classic plan. Gives kids a lot of choice. Works great for all genders and developmental stages. Integrates organically with the other things you need to “get done” at the party (like feeding kids and blowing out candles), and, balloon dogs and painted faces sure make a place feel festive. That said, your choice! You can swap or skip activities to save you money (on my time).
I Want You To Know That I Know
By the way, this is a side note to adults, but a really big deal to kids: The birthday child is first for face paint and balloons. I get it. It is important. Don't worry. Some birthday kids will speak up and some won’t. It’s their day, I make sure it feels like it.
Making the birthday kid feel amazing: I candidly think this is where some non-professional party entertainers fall short. It takes subtle attention and nuanced skill.
I make a point to hold the birthday child's hand when we walk around the party (I’ll resume this after Covid is “over”). I also make a point to dance with them, teach them to courtsey. Unlike newbie performers, it'll occur to me to prompt you, the parent, to grab a photo when a moment is particularly precious. Things like this are easy to miss when you're so busy playing hostess. It is great to have an experienced reminder. I make a point to be next to the birthday person for cake and to whisper to her to "make a wish" as we sing "Happy Birthday."
Ask me how to plan a dramatic "Grand Entrance".
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Other companies charge to "add activities" or "to add children". I do NOT. You only pay by time, 1 hour, 1.5 hours or 2 hours.
I fit all your activity choices, as many as possible!
A Bit About Shows
I suggest starting with the Singalong Frozen Show or Magic Show or Puppet Story because group shows build rapport with the kids fast!
The show is also the best chance to really make the birthday child feel special! Just please have a chair for me, the character, and a chair right next to mine for the birthday child, and let the guest children sit at our feet on the carpet (or on a blanket, under shade, if outdoors). Optional: A lot parents will decorate the wall behind us. That makes great photos!
To kids, I look fancy and fun, but ultimately, I'm still a stranger. The funny, interactive shows build trust fast. Of course it’s up to you what we do first, but if you'd like my advice: Let's do the show first. If you're confused on activities, just ask for the link to make the deposit and I'll call you to plan something fun and realistic to do with my time with you.
When the 15-30 minute formal "show" part ends, I hope you’ll see a huge rush to hug the character. That equals = Mission accomplished.
Character Acting = Always Included
Character acting: I pray this is where I shine. When you choose a character, I stay in character. I am that character. Little dreams are a big deal.
As Ariel, I wander to the food table and casually start brushing my hair with a fork. As Moana or a Pirate, I talk about sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge to get to the party. As Cinderella, I ask casually ask the kids for advice about what they do when they lose a shoe.
Frozen Sing-A-Long Dancing Show
Ready for your child to freak out with delight? Okay, that's not a very princess-y way to describe it...But, kids are WILD for "Frozen" songs. If you hire me alone, I can be Elsa or Anna, or you can ask if my sidekick is open for a "Double Character Special" with both of us....
I bring my own sound system. We have the children holds hands in a circle (birthday child gets to hold the Elsa's hand!) and teach them dance moves and have a massive Sing-A-Long with the hits!! KIDS LOVE THIS. I repeat: KIDS LOVE THIS.
The kids blast their powers during, "Let it Go." We learn a funny snowman dance to Olaf's song. Between songs I have tried-and-true funny storytelling jokes about Elsa's life. The children never want it to end. They would do it for hours with "Let it Go" on repeat if we let them, but after you get your adorable video, I promise, for the well-being of the kind adults who have heard the "Frozen" songs enough, we'll move on to more activities. But really. Singing "Let it Go"...With The REAL Elsa?! Yes. This is real life.
Not All Balloon Twisters Are Created Equal
I am a "speed twister", having twisted 34,000 balloons animals* and counting.
(*In case you’re counting, Jen has done 1,750 shows, at about 20 balloons per party)
What this means: A much faster line. So kids are not as bored with slower twisters. Sadly, many parents discover too late that a company sold them a "longer" package, my same price, but 30 minutes "longer", only to get the unpleasant surprise than in our industry that just means the kids are waiting 15-30 minutes longer for their slower face painting or slower balloon twisting turn. Bummer. I'm honored that a lot of parents have told me I'm the fastest twister they've ever seen.
I focus on one-balloon designs to help the line move FAST - so you can fit more activities (for the same price!).
No matter who I'm playing I can always twist balloon shapes that all genders like. I make swords, airplanes, poodles and even tails the kids can wear to match if they’ve been face-painted as an animal like a tiger or kitty!
Balloons are great because every developmental stage loves them. The solo independent 12-year-old cousin wants a balloon sword to defend himself, the teenage sister asks for a balloon bracelet or a grandmother will frequently say, “We didn’t have things like this when I was a kid.” This happens so often, nearly verbatim that I have a habit of making her a balloon flower and suggesting a pic together! Get a picture of your mom with Snow White and a balloon flower - or Grandpa in a zany balloon hat with the birthday boy. Seriously. Priceless. I feel strongly that as a pro entertainer, I should also be delighting the adult guests any chance I get.
Blast From the Past
Here I am more than a decade ago, taking my first balloon classes..
Interactive Puppet Storytime
As any character, I can perform my puppet story which is about 15-25 minutes long. I adjust the length based on ages and the rest of our activity plan. The plot of the story is intentionally written to make the birthday child feel special. I love if you can set up a chair for me and one for the birthday child, so they can sit right next to me. That's great for nice keepsake photos and to make sure they feel extra-cherished on their birthday.
I love it for preschoolers, but I also perform it for up to 8 year olds. I designed the puppet story purposefully to take suggestions from kids as the plot develops, so it adjusts to their developmental stage and is still hilarious and challenging for older kids. This is not a talk-at-the-kids boring story. I hate to say it, but if you've seen kids who are bored during a character magic or puppet story then something wasn't quite right. In my story, the kids drive the story's plot by giving input, making sounds like animal noises and clapping...the entire time.
The character, for example Snow White or a Clown or Ballerina Fairy or whomever I am, tells about having brought a wonderful gift but embarrassingly lost it on the way to the party! The kids help me find it by meeting different animal puppets, giving input and making animal sounds the entire time.
“Wait! We’re at a river, it is so loud! Can you make this sound with me? Swoosh. Oh! Here is my friend the turtle! Can you pretend you’re a turtle popping in and out of your shell?” The kids mimic the turtle puppet. Active. Unique. Fun.
Magic Show
My Magic Show is for kids 3.5 years to 7 years old. You'll be surprised at how young of children comprehend and LOVE magic tricks. The occasional kid who’s age 8 to 10 will like it too, if they’re a fun-loving/good-sport type personality.
My Magic Show is often about 15-30 minutes, but I can extend it up to 40 minutes, especially if I mix in some puppets, depending on audience age and level of focus. Unless I sense the birthday child is feeling shy, the plot of the show is around making the birthday child feel special. As if the magic is happening because it is their special day.
Note: Magic is also my favorite activity for 1st birthdays where the guests are usually mixed-ages of cousins and your coworkers' kiddos, since babies don’t yet have the homogenously-aged little guests you’ll have more often when kids are turning 5-8 years old.
The Magic Show gives you, the host/ess, a nice focus for the party, while you're stressed about everything else you can bank on, "Okay, at XYZ time, something organized will happen!"
Parachute Physical Play
Sometimes we just need to get physical. Because young kids can get restless, I always have a parachute in my trunk. If we plan ahead I can always bring it when I enter too. It works great outside or even indoors, in smaller rooms than you think it will. Yippee!! Adults can play too - we need to get wiggles out too.
Happy Birthday Song, Cake Time, Group Photos…
Some families want me as the character to lead singing with the cake. If we don not cram in too many other activities or if you note it explicitly on your order, or even order longer time specifically for it, just let me know and I'll be happy to lead singing at the cake! It makes a wonderful keepsake video if you tape me as Ariel, or Elsa, or a Pirate, or Moana...or anyone...announcing and leading the cake ceremony.